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Victorian Measuring Tape Bell Shaped
Victorian Measuring Tape Bell Shaped

Victorian Measuring Tape Bell Shaped

$292Sale Price|35% Off

H 2 in W 2 in D 1 in

Victorian Measuring Tape Bell Shaped

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Antique Victorian measuring sewing tape in a bell shape. Collectible

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1890s American Victorian Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Metal

English 19th Century Oak Drop Leaves Draper's Table with Brass Measuring Tape
English 19th Century Oak Drop Leaves Draper's Table with Brass Measuring Tape

English 19th Century Oak Drop Leaves Draper's Table with Brass Measuring Tape

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English oak draper's table from the 19th century, with brass measuring tape and drop leaves. Created in England during the 19th century, this oak table features a rectangular top ...

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19th Century English Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Brass

Vintage walking stick with horse measuring tape in bamboo, metal ferrule France
Vintage walking stick with horse measuring tape in bamboo, metal ferrule France

Vintage walking stick with horse measuring tape in bamboo, metal ferrule France

Located in Valladolid, ES

Amazing walking stick with a built-in horse sizer, crafted from bamboo with a silver-plated metal ferrule, dating from the early 20th century. Bamboo was a popular wood at the time, ...

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze

Vintage Woman Figurine Lady Sewing Tailor Tape Measure
Vintage Woman Figurine Lady Sewing Tailor Tape Measure

Vintage Woman Figurine Lady Sewing Tailor Tape Measure

$108Sale Price|20% Off

H 2 in W 1.5 in D 1 in

Vintage Woman Figurine Lady Sewing Tailor Tape Measure

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Very charming small figurine of a lady that functions as a tape measure. This vintage piece was commonly found on a sewing table and has both centimeters as well as inch measurements.

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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Plastic

A 19th-century silver tape measure holder by Hermanus Heuring
A 19th-century silver tape measure holder by Hermanus Heuring

A 19th-century silver tape measure holder by Hermanus Heuring

Located in Delft, NL

A 19th-century silver tape measure holder by Hermanus Heuring A small silver tape measure holder, operated by a small swing handle.

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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Silver

Beste Lederkapsel Vintage Roll Up Tape Measure, Leather & Brass, 1st half 20thc
Beste Lederkapsel Vintage Roll Up Tape Measure, Leather & Brass, 1st half 20thc

Beste Lederkapsel Vintage Roll Up Tape Measure, Leather & Brass, 1st half 20thc

Located in Atlanta, GA

Wonderfully patinated tape measuring to 20 meters but also in inches on the reverse of the tap, with brass winder and mid stripe as well as hook and keeper, inscribed “Not For Tradin...

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1920s Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Leather

Antique Cannetille and Filigree 14 Karat Gold Openwork Cufflinks
Antique Cannetille and Filigree 14 Karat Gold Openwork Cufflinks

Antique Cannetille and Filigree 14 Karat Gold Openwork Cufflinks

Located in Rotterdam, NL

They are in very good condition. The measuring tape in the photos shows the size in centimeters.

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Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

14k Gold

Lamorna Colony Sheltered Cove Watercolor Painting by Thomas Herbert Victor
Lamorna Colony Sheltered Cove Watercolor Painting by Thomas Herbert Victor

Lamorna Colony Sheltered Cove Watercolor Painting by Thomas Herbert Victor

Located in New Windsor, NY

Losses around the edge of the gold tape. The piece measures approximately 6.88" wide x 5.38" high.

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Early 20th Century English Country Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Glass, Paper

Vintage Taxidermy Deer Shoulder Mount Wall Decor w/ Metal Leaves (R&L) - a Pair
Vintage Taxidermy Deer Shoulder Mount Wall Decor w/ Metal Leaves (R&L) - a Pair

Vintage Taxidermy Deer Shoulder Mount Wall Decor w/ Metal Leaves (R&L) - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Each antler approx 12" Long measured with tape measure from the base to the furthest point.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Rustic Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Horn

Rare James Friend Tunbridge Ware Sewing Cabinet c1815
Rare James Friend Tunbridge Ware Sewing Cabinet c1815

Rare James Friend Tunbridge Ware Sewing Cabinet c1815

$5,021

H 11.82 in W 10.16 in D 7.09 in

Rare James Friend Tunbridge Ware Sewing Cabinet c1815

By Tunbridge Ware

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Cover lifts to reveal a sewing tray with several compartment containing reels, needles, thimbles, an acorn form turned fruitwood tape measure etc. The front doors open to reveal thre...

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1810s British Regency Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Renaissance Revival Hunt Buffet
19th Century French Renaissance Revival Hunt Buffet

19th Century French Renaissance Revival Hunt Buffet

Located in Dallas, TX

This example is particularly stunning, celebrating the spoils of the hunt as well as the many blessings we are fortunate to enjoy, rendered by a master wood sculptor in vivid full re...

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Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Oak

William Booth, Founder of "The Salvation Army": A 19th C. Vanity Fair Caricature
William Booth, Founder of "The Salvation Army": A 19th C. Vanity Fair Caricature

William Booth, Founder of "The Salvation Army": A 19th C. Vanity Fair Caricature

By Sir Leslie Ward

Located in Alamo, CA

The sheet and text page are attached to the backing with archival tape. The mat measures: 18.88" high by 13" wide and the sheet measures: 15.13" high by 10.38" wide.

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Lithograph

Vanity Fair Caricature, Rev. Edgar Sheppard "A Great Marrier" by Spy
Vanity Fair Caricature, Rev. Edgar Sheppard "A Great Marrier" by Spy

Vanity Fair Caricature, Rev. Edgar Sheppard "A Great Marrier" by Spy

By Sir Leslie Ward

Located in Alamo, CA

The sheet and text page are attached to the backing with archival tape. The mat measures: 18.88" x 13" and the sheet measures: 15.13" x 10.5".

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Lithograph

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Vintage Leather and Brass Tape Measure
Vintage Leather and Brass Tape Measure

Vintage Leather and Brass Tape Measure

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Vintage leather and brass tape measure. Measures: 66 ft.

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Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Leather

Victorian Novelty Silver Policeman's Bullseye Lantern Tape Measure H W Dee, 1874
Victorian Novelty Silver Policeman's Bullseye Lantern Tape Measure H W Dee, 1874

Victorian Novelty Silver Policeman's Bullseye Lantern Tape Measure H W Dee, 1874

By Henry William Dee

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

A very fine quality Victorian novelty cast silver tape measure made in the form of a Policeman's Bullseye Lantern, with intaglio initials 'DN' under the domed green glass lens.

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Silver

Mid-19th Century Palais Royale French Mother-of-Pearl & Ormolu Sewing Etui
Mid-19th Century Palais Royale French Mother-of-Pearl & Ormolu Sewing Etui

Mid-19th Century Palais Royale French Mother-of-Pearl & Ormolu Sewing Etui

Located in London, GB

Wealthy women of the 19th century had tools, scissors, bobbins, tape measures, thimbles, and other accessories that were made of gold or silver and stored in fancy cases.

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Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Gilt Metal

Mother-of-Pearl, Abalone and Gold Lady's Necessaire
Mother-of-Pearl, Abalone and Gold Lady's Necessaire

Mother-of-Pearl, Abalone and Gold Lady's Necessaire

Located in Witney, OXFORDSHIRE

An exquisite and extraordinarily fine early 19th century mother-of-pearl Necessaire; the rectangular box lid with a central silver plaque engraved with the initials “AMW” within a bo...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Measuring Tapes

Antique Georgian English Sewing Etui Tortoise Shell Box Case
Antique Georgian English Sewing Etui Tortoise Shell Box Case

Antique Georgian English Sewing Etui Tortoise Shell Box Case

Located in San Marcos, CA

I'm not sure if that red tape is original to the tape measure, as it hasn't any markings, but truly, it's prettier and I like all of my measurements to be 'red' rather than 'read', a...

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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Colonial Chesterman's Leather Case Measuring Tape London in Original Box
Colonial Chesterman's Leather Case Measuring Tape London in Original Box

Colonial Chesterman's Leather Case Measuring Tape London in Original Box

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Rare and complete, imported British Colonial 50' Victorian era measuring tape in leather case with brass mechanism intact.

Category

1890s English Victorian Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Brass

19th Century Italian Drapers Table
19th Century Italian Drapers Table

19th Century Italian Drapers Table

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H 32.68 in W 125.99 in D 32.29 in

19th Century Italian Drapers Table

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Of walnut construction with a bank of drawers with original handles and its original inset brass measuring tape.

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19th Century Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Walnut

A very rare George III Tape Measure
A very rare George III Tape Measure

A very rare George III Tape Measure

Located in London, GB

The top displays a handle to wind the linen tape measure back into the container when not in use.

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19th Century English Antique Measuring Tapes

Collection of Whimsical Antique Wood Tape Measures
Collection of Whimsical Antique Wood Tape Measures

Collection of Whimsical Antique Wood Tape Measures

Located in Atlanta, GA

All of the tape measures are delicate and should be handled with care.

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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Measuring Tapes

Antique Grand Tour Georgian Papier Mache Horn Snuff Boxes Lady's Etui Case
Antique Grand Tour Georgian Papier Mache Horn Snuff Boxes Lady's Etui Case

Antique Grand Tour Georgian Papier Mache Horn Snuff Boxes Lady's Etui Case

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Etu closes firmly, one snuff box has an old repair, see last image with measuring tape. Measures: Height: (etui) 4.25” (10.5cm).

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19th Century English Grand Tour Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Fluted Scalloped Edge Industrial Camphor Glass Shades, Pair
Fluted Scalloped Edge Industrial Camphor Glass Shades, Pair

Fluted Scalloped Edge Industrial Camphor Glass Shades, Pair

Located in New Windsor, NY

The bulb socket opening is approximately 2" (see photo of tape measure).

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1920s American Industrial Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Glass

1837 Mitchell's "Tourist's Pocket Map of the State of Virginia" by J.H. Young
1837 Mitchell's "Tourist's Pocket Map of the State of Virginia" by J.H. Young

1837 Mitchell's "Tourist's Pocket Map of the State of Virginia" by J.H. Young

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Several fold separations have been stabilized on verso with archival tape. Light scattered foxing throughout. Two small areas of loss (Campbell County and Delaware) have been repaire...

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1830s American Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Paper

Oak Mule Chest, Wales, circa 1730
Oak Mule Chest, Wales, circa 1730

Oak Mule Chest, Wales, circa 1730

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H 37 in W 42.25 in D 21.75 in

Oak Mule Chest, Wales, circa 1730

Located in Culver City, CA

Oak Mule Chest Wales circa 1730 In original condition with ring and tape hinges. Measures: 42.25” W x 21.75” D x 37” H.   

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18th Century Welsh Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Oak

Antique Victorian Pearl Horseshoe 9 Carat Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet
Antique Victorian Pearl Horseshoe 9 Carat Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet

Antique Victorian Pearl Horseshoe 9 Carat Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet

Located in London, GB

ERA Victorian, 1837-1901 MEASUREMENTS Internal - 6cm / 2.3" x 4.6cm / 1.8" (The bracelet is oval) Internal Circumference - 16.5cm / 6.5" Weight - 8.9g MEASURING YOUR WRIST Use a t...

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18th Century English Victorian Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Pearl, Rose Gold

Antique Brass inlaid Rosewood Sewing Box
Antique Brass inlaid Rosewood Sewing Box

Antique Brass inlaid Rosewood Sewing Box

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H 5.32 in W 8.86 in D 7.29 in

Antique Brass inlaid Rosewood Sewing Box

Located in Northampton, GB

The interior is lined in green silk with a removable sewing tray which contains five mother of pearl thread spools, a mother of pearl tape measure, thimble, needlebook and looped rib...

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Early 19th Century British Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century Yellow Chinese Vases Made into Lamps
Pair of 19th Century Yellow Chinese Vases Made into Lamps

Pair of 19th Century Yellow Chinese Vases Made into Lamps

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This pair of Chinese export yellow vases now mounted as lamps on custom giltwood bases with custom handmade smocked cream colored silk shades trimmed in pink ribbon and antique metal...

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19th Century European Chinese Export Antique Measuring Tapes

Coromandel Wood Gold Gilt Etui Sewing Kit Asprey Pencil Shell Cameos, circa 1860
Coromandel Wood Gold Gilt Etui Sewing Kit Asprey Pencil Shell Cameos, circa 1860

Coromandel Wood Gold Gilt Etui Sewing Kit Asprey Pencil Shell Cameos, circa 1860

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1860 Coromandel wood gold gilt Etui sewing kit with Asprey pencil and shell cameos A very ornately engraved and extremely h...

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1860s English Victorian Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Wood

"Facsimile of the Signatures to the Declaration of Independence" by A.H. Wray
"Facsimile of the Signatures to the Declaration of Independence" by A.H. Wray

"Facsimile of the Signatures to the Declaration of Independence" by A.H. Wray

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

It is reinforced with acid free archival tape. Print measures 13 ½ H x 10 ¼ W. Framed Dimensions: 18 3/4"H x 14 7/8"W x 1"D.

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1850s American Federal Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Paper

Collection of Vintage Leather Measuring Tapes
Collection of Vintage Leather Measuring Tapes

Collection of Vintage Leather Measuring Tapes

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Collection of four vintage leather measuring tapes. Two have metal tape and two have cloth tape.

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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Metal

Antique, Tennis Court Tape Measure
Antique, Tennis Court Tape Measure

Antique, Tennis Court Tape Measure

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H 1.19 in Dm 3.78 in

Antique, Tennis Court Tape Measure

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Rare lawn tennis court tape measure. This useful tool is made of brass with a 78' canvas tape.

Category

19th Century British Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Brass

Rare French Celluloid Flapper Tape Measure
Rare French Celluloid Flapper Tape Measure

Rare French Celluloid Flapper Tape Measure

Located in New York, NY

Rare art deco celluloid tape measure in the shape of an independant flapper.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Measuring Tapes

Merchant & Mills Oilskin Sewing Kit
Merchant & Mills Oilskin Sewing Kit

Merchant & Mills Oilskin Sewing Kit

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H 1.75 in W 9 in D 5 in

Merchant & Mills Oilskin Sewing Kit

Located in San Francisco, CA

About An oilskin pouch that holds 25 needles, one ounce box of dressmaking pins, measuring tape and wide bow scissors. Made in England.

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Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Metal

Small-Scale French Oak Draper's Table with Single Drawer, Kitchen Island
Small-Scale French Oak Draper's Table with Single Drawer, Kitchen Island

Small-Scale French Oak Draper's Table with Single Drawer, Kitchen Island

Located in Fayetteville, AR

Its single drawer held the scissors and measuring tapes, and its lower shelf kept rolls and folds of fabric at the ready.

Category

Early 1900s French Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Oak

Dolphin Andirons, Bradley & Hubbard, Meriden, Connecticut, circa 1886-1900
Dolphin Andirons, Bradley & Hubbard, Meriden, Connecticut, circa 1886-1900

Dolphin Andirons, Bradley & Hubbard, Meriden, Connecticut, circa 1886-1900

By Bradley & Hubbard

Located in Downingtown, PA

Bradley and Hubbard was no exception, adding the production of flags, hoop skirts, spring measuring tapes and match safes during the war years.

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Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Iron

Four Movable Articulated Silver Fish Vintage Charm Pendants
Four Movable Articulated Silver Fish Vintage Charm Pendants

Four Movable Articulated Silver Fish Vintage Charm Pendants

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Some hallmarks are illegible. The measure tape in the pictures measures in centimeters.

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Early 20th Century Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Silver

Antique 9K Gold Horseshoe Pendant with Pearls and Diamonds
Antique 9K Gold Horseshoe Pendant with Pearls and Diamonds

Antique 9K Gold Horseshoe Pendant with Pearls and Diamonds

Located in Rotterdam, NL

See the photos for the exact dimensions of the pendant placed next to a measuring tape.

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19th Century European Victorian Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold

‘Les Peintures des Taxidermistes’ No.8. Art Print Photo by Sinke & Van Tongeren
‘Les Peintures des Taxidermistes’ No.8. Art Print Photo by Sinke & Van Tongeren

‘Les Peintures des Taxidermistes’ No.8. Art Print Photo by Sinke & Van Tongeren

By Sinke & Van Tongeren

Located in Haarlem, NL

This scene breathes abundance, while the measuring tape is a witty reminder for us to self-restrain.

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Early 17th Century Dutch Renaissance Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Paper

Bradley & Hubbard Bookends-Ancient Greek Temple Columns & Arch
Bradley & Hubbard Bookends-Ancient Greek Temple Columns & Arch

Bradley & Hubbard Bookends-Ancient Greek Temple Columns & Arch

By Bradley & Hubbard

Located in Downingtown, PA

Bradley and Hubbard was no exception, adding the production of flags, hoop skirts, spring measuring tapes and match safes during the war years.

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Early 20th Century American Craftsman Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Iron

19th Century European Gesso, Wood & Gilded Picture Frame
19th Century European Gesso, Wood & Gilded Picture Frame

19th Century European Gesso, Wood & Gilded Picture Frame

Located in San Francisco, CA

19th century European Gesso, wood & gilded picture frame Paul Schurr, Berlin, Germany Handsome 19th century picture frame The frame is gesso & wood with ample remains of the...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Giltwood

Early 20th Century Citrine 14 Karat Gold Bangle Bracelet
Early 20th Century Citrine 14 Karat Gold Bangle Bracelet

Early 20th Century Citrine 14 Karat Gold Bangle Bracelet

Located in Rotterdam, NL

The circumference is 7 inches, diameter ∅ 65 mm and has a nice heavy weight of 31.52 grams. The tape measure in the pictures shows the bracelet in inches.

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Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold

Inlaid Octagonal hardwood Box with Fitted Interior and Key, English Early 19th C
Inlaid Octagonal hardwood Box with Fitted Interior and Key, English Early 19th C

Inlaid Octagonal hardwood Box with Fitted Interior and Key, English Early 19th C

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

The box comes complete with two sets of scissors, tape measure, thimble, sets of needles and various cottons etc.

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Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Hardwood

13th/14thc Sukhothai or Northern Sukhothai Walking Buddha Head, Museum Quality
13th/14thc Sukhothai or Northern Sukhothai Walking Buddha Head, Museum Quality

13th/14thc Sukhothai or Northern Sukhothai Walking Buddha Head, Museum Quality

Located in Ukiah, CA

I absolutely loved it and treasured it as one of the best in my collection, but something didn't look quite right. One day I took out a tape measure and started measuring the distanc...

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15th Century and Earlier Thai Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Bronze

1893 Antique Map Showing the Location of the Natural Oyster Grounds of Maryland
1893 Antique Map Showing the Location of the Natural Oyster Grounds of Maryland

1893 Antique Map Showing the Location of the Natural Oyster Grounds of Maryland

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

There are two nearly invisible, short edge tears along the left and top border that have been closed on verso with archival tape. Sheet measures: 37 1/8" H x 22 1/2" W. Map has be...

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1890s American Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Paper

Two Antique Measuring Tapes

Two Antique Measuring Tapes

Located in New York, NY

leather and brass antique measuring tape

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Early 20th Century English Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Brass

American Advertising Tape Measure
American Advertising Tape Measure

American Advertising Tape Measure

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H 0.99 in Dm 3.55 in

American Advertising Tape Measure

Located in East Geelong, VIC

This American advertising tape measure would have been a giveaway for the clients of The Western Empire Insurance Co of Washington.

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Early 20th Century American Other Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Brass

Hall's Bazar Skirt Form
Hall's Bazar Skirt Form

Hall's Bazar Skirt Form

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H 48 in Dm 18 in

Hall's Bazar Skirt Form

Located in Hudson, NY

Manufactured in New York and London, Hall's Bazar Form. Adjustable measuring tape on waist and hip, the form also adjusts up and down.

Category

19th Century Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Metal

Exquisite Tortoise & Ivory Sewing Etui
Exquisite Tortoise & Ivory Sewing Etui

Exquisite Tortoise & Ivory Sewing Etui

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H 4 in W 2.75 in D 2.25 in

Exquisite Tortoise & Ivory Sewing Etui

Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

An exquisite early to mid 19th century tortoise shell, silver and ivory sewing etui, fitted with scissors, pocket knife, thimble, sewing pick, measuring tape, needle, needle pad and ...

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19th Century English Antique Measuring Tapes

Georgian Combination Silver Filigree Thimble, Scent Bottle Holder, Tape Measure
Georgian Combination Silver Filigree Thimble, Scent Bottle Holder, Tape Measure

Georgian Combination Silver Filigree Thimble, Scent Bottle Holder, Tape Measure

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

A rare George III silver filigree combined Scent Bottle Holder, Thimble and Tape Measure complete with original glass scent bottle and stopper and blue silk tape.

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Early 19th Century English Antique Measuring Tapes

Mahogany Needlework Box and Original Contents
Mahogany Needlework Box and Original Contents

Mahogany Needlework Box and Original Contents

Located in Millwood, VA

The contents include oxbone measuring tape, oxbone darners, oxbone comb, oxbone needle holders, oxbone thimble, small oxbone boxes, a manicure set, petite needlecases etc...This has...

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19th Century British Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Mahogany

Large Painted Victorian Shop Counter with Mahogany Top, 19th Century
Large Painted Victorian Shop Counter with Mahogany Top, 19th Century

Large Painted Victorian Shop Counter with Mahogany Top, 19th Century

Located in York, GB

Black later painted large Victorian shop counter with a fantastic one piece Mahogany top complete with original brass measuring tape which is stamped 'Clements Newling and Co, 96 Woo...

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19th Century European Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

English Regency Sewing or Valuables Box Early 19th Century
English Regency Sewing or Valuables Box Early 19th Century

English Regency Sewing or Valuables Box Early 19th Century

Located in Great Barrington, MA

It still retains the original book form needle case, necessaire case with implements, three bone spools for thread, and a bone capped measuring tape. Several other items are included...

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19th Century English Regency Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Brass

Antique English Dome Top Burl Wood Box with Ornate Brass Hardware and Decor
Antique English Dome Top Burl Wood Box with Ornate Brass Hardware and Decor

Antique English Dome Top Burl Wood Box with Ornate Brass Hardware and Decor

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sewing implements included different types of shears and scissors, a pin cushion and needle emery, a jar of beeswax, and a folding measure or measuring tape. Some boxes even housed t...

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Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Brass

Victorian Skirt Form
Victorian Skirt Form

Victorian Skirt Form

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H 48.5 in Dm 24 in

Victorian Skirt Form

Located in New York, NY

Great Victorian Skirt Form with remains of original tape measure. Makes a great sculpture!

Category

19th Century American Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Metal

Tailor's Stick Lamp
Tailor's Stick Lamp

Tailor's Stick Lamp

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H 69 in Dm 9.5 in

Tailor's Stick Lamp

Located in Hudson, NY

Antique tailor's measuring stick with hand painted cast iron base and paper tape measure.

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Early 20th Century Danish Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Iron, Brass, Metal

Large Japanese Bronze Meiji lamp with Hawk
Large Japanese Bronze Meiji lamp with Hawk

Large Japanese Bronze Meiji lamp with Hawk

Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY

The circumference of this lamp , in the middle , wrapping a tape measure around is 36 inches !

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19th Century Japanese Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Bronze

Victorian Novelty Silver 'Railway Lantern' Sewing Etui / Vinaigrette
Victorian Novelty Silver 'Railway Lantern' Sewing Etui / Vinaigrette

Victorian Novelty Silver 'Railway Lantern' Sewing Etui / Vinaigrette

By Thomas Johnson, London 1

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

The lens with intaglio monogram, the hinged cover opening to reveal a tape measure, bobbins, needle case and pin holder, the hinged base opening to reveal the Vinaigrette with silver...

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19th Century English Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Silver

Antique Mahogany Tunbridge Ware Sewing Box
Antique Mahogany Tunbridge Ware Sewing Box

Antique Mahogany Tunbridge Ware Sewing Box

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H 4.5 in W 8.5 in D 6.5 in

Antique Mahogany Tunbridge Ware Sewing Box

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

The Tunbridge sewing box interior features a removable yellow paper lined tray that contains six thread spools, thimble, tape measure, needle book, pincushion, and various storage co...

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Mahogany, Paper

Papier Mâché Sewing Box
Papier Mâché Sewing Box

Papier Mâché Sewing Box

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H 2.5 in W 9 in D 6.5 in

Papier Mâché Sewing Box

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

The interior of this eye catching papier mâché sewing box is lined with patterned green paper and velvet and features six mother-of-pearl thread spools, sewing hook, pricker, tape me...

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19th Century British Antique Measuring Tapes

Silver Tray, England, Birmingham 1912, 925 Sterling Silver
Silver Tray, England, Birmingham 1912, 925 Sterling Silver

Silver Tray, England, Birmingham 1912, 925 Sterling Silver

Located in Muenster, NRW

Silver Tray England, Birmingham, 1912 925 sterling silver Engraving with medallion and tape motive Hallmarked Measures: Height ca. 2 cm, width 30 cm, depth 23 cm Delivery can...

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1910s Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Tunbridge Ware Sewing Box, 19th Century
Antique Tunbridge Ware Sewing Box, 19th Century

Antique Tunbridge Ware Sewing Box, 19th Century

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

The main tray has several compartments including six tunbridge ware thread spools, twelve thread winders, a pincushion, a tape measure, thimble and a removable tool pad with two pric...

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Measuring Tapes

Materials

Wood

Victorian song birds in glass dome
Victorian song birds in glass dome

Victorian song birds in glass dome

Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY

It is oval so the diameter given below is just stretching a tape measure around it.

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19th Century American Antique Measuring Tapes

Papier Mâché Painted Sewing Needlework Box by Hausburg Liverpool 19th Century
Papier Mâché Painted Sewing Needlework Box by Hausburg Liverpool 19th Century

Papier Mâché Painted Sewing Needlework Box by Hausburg Liverpool 19th Century

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

The interior is lined with red silk velvet and features a removable tray which houses various sewing tools including six mother of pearl thread reels, tape measure, two engraved thim...

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19th Century British Antique Measuring Tapes

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$6,500

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Located in Sheffield, MA

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Antique Measuring Tapes For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique measuring tapes available for sale. Frequently made of fabric, wool and wood, all antique measuring tapes available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of antique measuring tapes available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique measuring tapes are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Art Deco and Arts and Crafts styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many antique measuring tapes are appealing in their simplicity, but Bradley & Hubbard produced popular antique measuring tapes that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Measuring Tapes?

Antique measuring tapes can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $9,995, while the lowest priced sells for $110 and the highest can go for as much as $199,995.